Title:
ISSO
KBR has an opening for an ISSO/IT Information Assurance Specialist (Top Secret Clearance) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals onsite at KBR, Lexington Park, MD, to help support a NAVAIR PMA. This position requires on-site presence. Remote or Tele-Work is NOT available for this position.
Responsibilities:
Serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for information systems in support of a Program Management Activity (PMA). Under the direction of Information Systems Security Manager(s) (ISSMs), candidate will assist with supporting the performance of assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. May achieve this through passive evaluations (compliance audits) and/or active evaluations (vulnerability assessments). Supports the establishment of strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. This may include process support, analysis support, coordination support, security certification test support, security documentation support, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.
Assists in the implementation of the required government policy and may make recommendations on process tailoring. Assist/supports the performance of analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards. May support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports. Periodically, conducts a review of each system's audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.
Basic Qualifications:
Citizenship & Clearance: Must be a US Citizen with a current Top-Secret Clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last six years.
Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, information systems management or related field from an accredited US college or university or equivalent experience is required, plus two years of related experience.
Technical Background/Experience:
Experience in a DoD cyber environment, preferably with the Department of the Navy
Experience with cyber frameworks and best practices, such as NIST 800-53, JSIG and ISO 27001
Understanding and experience with Risk Management Frameworks (RMF) and processes
A current Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level I certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M, or the ability to gain the IAM Level I certification within six months is required
Experience working independently and as part of a team in researching data, developing analytical techniques and methodologies is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with auditing and log analysis on both Windows and Linux (Redhat) devices as it relates to compliance and nonrepudiation techniques.
Experience with importing, exporting and reviewing syslogs.
Experience with log reduction tools and SIEM solutions such as Splunk, LogInsight, Aria Operations
Experience with private cloud infrastructure and cloud security posture
Experience with VMware/Broadcom suite of applications and services
Experience in the development and maintenance of system security plans and contingency plans for secure systems.
Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.
These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
